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Kenmore 141.1668 Gas Grill User Manual

1. 1 4 teaspoon salt 11 2 pounds lean ground beef 2 cups shredded lettuce 1 3 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese 1 4 cup dairy sour cream and or guacamole Preparing the Salsa Combine tomato green pepper onion jalapeno peppers garlic cilantro and salt in a bowl Set aside 2 tablespoons of salsa Cover and chill remain ing salsa until serving time Preparing Burgers In another bowl combine ground beef with 2 table spoons of reserved salsa mix well Shape mixture into six 1 2 inch thick burgers and place on the grill directly over medium heat with lid up Grill for 13 to 15 minutes or until no pink remains Turn burgers once halfway through grilling time Arrange the shredded lettuce on individual plates Top lettuce with a burger cheddar cheese and salsa Serve with sour cream and or guacamole CHICAGO STYLE HOT DOGS Serve these hot dogs Chicago style with pickled peppers Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1 3 cup ketchup 1 4 cup chopped pickled peppers 2 tablespoons pickle relish 2 tablespoons chopped onion 1 4 teaspoon poppy seed 4 fully cooked 4 ounce jumbo hot dogs 4 hot dog buns Preparing the Relish Combine ketchup chopped pickled peppers relish onion and poppy seed in a small bowi then set aside Preparing Hot Dogs Place hot dogs on grill directly over MEDIUM heat 5 to 8 minutes with the lid up Turn hot dogs and brush with some of the relish mixture Grill hot dogs 6 to 8 minutes more or un
2. Owner s Manual Also check these common causes Ignition AA battery may need replacing Ignition wires may be loose Remove the AA battery inspect the Ignitor Junction Box found behind the Control Panel and connect any loose wires Question What is the best way to protect my new Kenmore gas grill from the weather Answer A good quality grill cover should be used to protect your grill when not in use Sears offers a cover that is made to fit this particular grili model Also follow the cleaning and maintenance instructions in this Owner s Manual on a timely basis and your new grill will give you years of enjoyment Question Where can buy replacement parts Answer For the repair or replacement parts you need cali 6 am 11 pm CST 7 days a week 1 800 366 PART 1 800 366 7278 Use only Sears authorized parts The use of any part that is not Sears authorized can be dangerous and will also void your product warranty You will need your model number and serial number to order parts Question Are the serial and model numbers of my grill listed somewhere for future reference Answer This information is listed on a silver label found on the right side of your Grill Head under the Side Shelf Question Sometimes I hear a humming sound coming from my regulator What causes this Answer The humming noise is actually the gas flowing through the regulator A low volume of noise is perfectly normal and will not interfere wit
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4. a small blue spark within each Gas Collector Box If a spark is present the Electrode Tips are properly positioned 4 if no spark is seen the Spark Gap shown in Fig 12 needs to be adjusted as follows e Using an adjustable wrench loosen the Inside Nut just until the Gas Collector Box can be maneuvered and turned upward e The gap between the Spark Electrode Tip and Spark receiver should be approximately 3 16 e If the gap is wider than 3 16 use a pair of long nose pliers and gently squeeze the Gas Collector Box until the gap is correct e Return the Gas Collector Box to its original hori zontal position secure the Inside Nut and try the Electrode Check again 5 If no clicking sound is heard check the following common causes If you need assistance call our Customer Service Helpline at 1 888 317 7642 e ignitor AA battery not installed properly e ignitor wires may be loose Remove the AA battery inspect the Ignitor Junction Box found behind the Control Pane and connect any loose wires Figure 12 Side View Figure GAS COLLECTOR BOX INSIDE NUT 3 16 SPARK ELECTRODE TIP SPARK GAP SPARK RECEIVER 14 Installing Cooking Components Important Before cooking on your grili the first time wash the Cooking Grids and Cooking Rack with warm soapy water Rinse and dry thoroughly Season with cooking oil regularly After cooking is completed turn grill to HIGH setting three to five minutes to burn off r
5. fix it to the back of the bird Push the rotisserie spit through lengthwise catching the bird in the fork of the wishbone Center the bird and tighten with the holding forks Test the balance as described before Arolled piece of meat requires the rotisserie skewer to be inserted through the center of the length of meat then secured and balanced For meats that contain bones it is best to secure the rotisserie skewer diagonally through the meaty sections If protruding bones or wings brown too quickly cover with pieces of foil Tips for Using The Back Burner For Back Burner lighting instructions refer to page 18 of this Owner s Manual The location of the Back Burner makes it more susceptible to winds that will decrease the performance of your rotisserie cooking For this reason you should not operate the Back Burner during windy weather conditions For best results always rotisserie cook with the grill Lid down and the Back Burner Control Knob set to HIGH DO NOT USE THE MAIN GRILL BURNERS WHEN THE BACK BURNER IS IN OPERATION 27 Guide to Using An Optional Smoker Box Preparing to Smoke Smoking gives food a distinctive delicious flavor You will find a variety of wood chips or pellets available for use in smoking grilled foods Pre soaking of wood chips may be required so read and follow the manufacturers instructions for preparation of smoking chips prior to filling the Smoker Drawer Using The Optional Smoker Box in order to g
6. 1 4 x1 2 Phillips Head Screw install Wire Basket To Left Door Trim Plate H032 1 4 x30mm Phillips Head Screw Attaches Grill Head To Cart H031 1 4 x3 4 Phillips Head Screw Attaches Side Shelf To Gril Head H034 1 4 x3 4 Flat Head Screw Attaches Cart Side Handle To Grill Head H029 5 16 x89mm Wing Bolt Secure Gas Tank LPG model only P05301001A AA Battery Powers The Electric ignitor P05313023B Manual Lighting Stick Attaches To Outside Bow Panel Left H035 M4x8mm Phillips Head Screw Attaches To Outside Bowl Panel Left Wt 1 4 x50mm Phillips Head Screw 1 4 x30mm Phillips Head Screw 1 4 x3 4 Philips Head Screw Qty 12 Qty 6 Qty 4 Ref H030 Ref H032 Ref H031 ANY qa III Jo e 1 4 x1 2 Phillips Head Screw 3 16 X9mm Phillips Head Screw 1 4 x3 4 Flat Head Screw AA Battery Qty 29 Qty 8 Qty 4 Qty 1 Ref H005 Ref H033 Ref H034 Ref P05301001A Scale 1 2 Manual Lighting Stick M4x8mm Phillips Head Screw Qty 1 Ref P05313023B Qty 1 Scale 1 2 Ref H035 A 5 16 x89mm Wing Boit LPG model only Qty 1 Ref H029 6 Model 16680 amp 17680 Parts Diagram LPG Liquid Propane Gas NG Natural Gas 43 67a LPG only j LTE n only 9 LPG only Sb LPG onty Model 16680 amp 17680 Parts List ae a PEO SNnNOAEON H 1H _ ot 13a 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41a 41b 42 43 DESCRIPTION Stainless Steel L
7. 3 16 Adjust if necessary With the gas supply closed and all Control Knobs set to OFF press the Electric Ignitor Cap and check for the presence of a spark at the Electrode To light your main burners by match insert a match into the Manual Lighting Stick and follow steps 1 through 6 of the Gas Lighting Instructions Then light the match and place Manual Lighting Stick through the Lighting Hole on the left side of the grill See Fig 17 Turn the nearest Control Knob to the HIGH setting to release gas The Burner should light immediately Figure 17 e Disconnected Ignition Wires Correction Inspect the Ignitor Junction Box found behind the Control Panel Connect loose Ignitor wires to Junction Box and try to light the LIGHTING grill HOLE MANUAL e Weak AA battery LIGHTING Correction Unscrew the Ignitor Cap and replace STICK the battery 4 If the grill still does not light you may need to purge air from the gas fine or reset the regulator excess gas flow device Note This procedure should be done every time a new LP gas tank is connected to your grill MATCH AN WARNING Never lean over the grill cooking area while lighting your gas grill Keep your face and To purge air from your gas line and or reset the regulator excess gas flow device Turn the Control Knobs to the OFF posi tion Turn off the gas at the tank valve e Disconnect regulator from LP gas tank e Let unit stand for 5 minutes Reconnec
8. Bracket left top to the Left Cart Side Panel Align the holes on the Door Axle Bracket left top with threaded holes on the top of Left Cart Side Panel Tighten securely by using 2 of the 3 16 x9mm Phillips Head Screws provided See Fig 6c 6 Follow steps 1 to 5 of the Installing the Left Cabinet Door Procedures to install Right cabinet Doors 7 Attach the Wire Basket to the Door Trim Plate Left as shown in Fig 6d Tighten securely using 2 of the 1 4 x1 2 Phillips Head screws provided Place the Division Wire on the Wire Bracket Figure 6d DOOR TRIM PLATE LEFT WIRE BASKET Installing The Grill Head 1 Now that you ve assembled the grill cart you can install the pre assembled Grill Head See Fig 7 If you haven t already done so open the Grill Lid and remove the packed components Lock the casters Even with the components removed the next step requires 2 people With an assistants carefully lift and position the Grill Head onto the grill cart Align the 6 holes of the Bowl Side Panel to the threaded holes on the Cart Side Panel Bracket Secure firmly by using 6 of the 1 4 x30mm Phillips Head Screws provided BE CAREFUL NOT TO PINCH FINGERS WHEN LOWERING HEAD ONTO CART Open the front Doors of cabinet Remove fasten ing band from Fuel Gauge Display Wire Plug A that is behind the Heat Shield of the Control Panel Place the Wire Plug A through the slot in side of Right Cart Side Panel as shown
9. DISPLAY 0 0 Q SIDE BURNER 3 Immediately press the electric ignitor for 3 4 seconds to light the burner 4 Ifthe burner does not light turn the control knob to OFF wait 5 minutes for gas to clear then retry 5 Adjust control knobs to your desired cooking temperature Back Burner Lighting Instructions Note The location of the Back Burner makes it more susceptible to winds that will decrease the perfor mance of your rotisserie cooking For this reason you should not operate the Back Burner during windy weather conditions 4 Follow steps 1 through 5 of the Gas Lighting Instructions 2 Push and turn the Right Control Knob for Back Burner to HIGH 3 Then immediately press the Electric Ignitor for 3 4 seconds to light the Back Burner 4 If the Burner does not light turn the Control Knob to OFF wait 5 minutes for gas to clear then retry an Once lit the Back Burner will reach cooking temperature quickly The orange red glow will even out in about 5 minutes 6 For best results always rotisserie cook with the grill Lid down and the Back Burner Controi Knob set to HIGH Do not use the main grill Burners when the Back Burner is in operation Manually Lighting Your Grill by Match Misalignment of Ignitor on Burner Correction Check for proper position of the Electrode Tip as shown in Figure 12 The gap between the Spark Electrode Tip and Burner or Spark Receiver should be approximately
10. Disconnecting A Liquid Propane Gas LP gas Tank From Your Grill 1 Turn the Burner Knobs and LP gas tank valve to the full OFF position Turn clockwise to close 2 Detach the hose and regulator assembly from the LP gas tank valve by turning the Quick Coupling Nut counterclockwise See Fig 15b CAUTION When the appliance is not in use the Type 1 connection per ANSI 221 58a 1998 TANK PULL OUT gas must be turned off at the supply tank TRAY QUICK ALREADY CONNECTED COUPLING TO ADAPTOR UNDER NUT SIDE BURNER 16 Connecting Natural Gas To Your Grill For Natural Gas grills Connect the hose end of the 12 foot Natural Gas Hose to the Gas Mani fold as shown in Fig 15c Thread the 12 foot Natural Gas Hose through the hole of Rear Panel to outside Also read the natural gas safety instructions on page 4 Figure 5c Natural gas model only GAS MANIFOLD REAR PANEL 12 NATURAL GAS HOSE HOLE FOR 12 NATURAL GAS HOSE Install Pull out Grease Tray Place Heat Shield into Pull out Grease Draining Tray The Heat Shield must be present and centered for your safety Slide the Pull out Grease Draining Tray into the Tracks on the Cart Side Paneis and push until it stops See Fig 16 Figure 16 HEAT SHIELD PULL OUT GREASE DRAINING TRAY CART SIDE PANEL RIGHT Congratulations Your Kenmore Elite gas grill is now ready for use Before the first use and at the beginning of each season and w
11. P02301006B 64 Pot Support P00805013B 65 Side Burner Electrode P02607051C 66 Side Burner Assembly P02002055D 67a Regulator and Hose LPG only P03601001A 67b NG 12 Hose Kit NG only P03703001A 68 Heat insulating Ring for Main Burner Valve P06801007F 69 AAA Battery LPG only P05301002A 70 Wire Fastener LPG only P05310040A Hardware Pack P06001026A Owner s Manual P80103054B For the repair or replacement parts you need Call any time 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 To make sure you obtain the correct replacement parts for your Kenmore gas grill please refer to the part numbers on this page The following information is required to assure you receive the correct parts 1 Grill Model Number see CSA label on grill 2 Part Number 3 Part Description 4 Quantity of parts needed Important Keep this Owner s Manual for convenient referral and for part replacement Important Use only Sears authorized parts The use of any part that is not Sears authorized can be dangerous and will also void your product warranty Customer Service Helpline If you have questions about assembly or if there are damaged or missing parts when you unpack this unit from the shipping box call us 8am 8pm CST Monday through Friday at 1 888 317 7642 Assembly Instructions CAUTION While it is possible for one person to assemble this grill obtain assistance from another person when handling some of the larger heavier pieces e
12. Pin beneath Burner using Long nose pliers Carefully lift each Burner up and away from gas valve Orifice Remove the Orifice from gas valve and gently clear any obstruction with a fine wire Then reinstall all Orifices Burners Cotter Pins and cooking components If an obstruction is suspected in gas valves or gas valve bracket please call for repair service at 1 800 4 MY HOME Obstruction in Burner Tubes Correction Follow the Burner Tube cleaning procedure on page 21 of this Owner s Manual 19 explosion that could cause serious bodily injury death or property damage e Shut off gas supply to the gas grill e Turn the Control Knobs to OFF position e Put out any flame with a proper fire extinguisher e Open Grill Lid Once the grill has cooled down clean the Burner Tubes and Burners according to the cleaning instructions found on page 21 in this manual Cleaning and Maintenance CAUTION Be sure your grill is OFF and cool before cleaning Take care not to chip or scratch the painted surfaces because it will void your warranty against rusting As with all appliances proper care and maintenance will keep your grill in top operating condition and prolong its life By following these cleaning procedures on a timely basis your grill will stay clean and work properly with minimum effort Cleaning The Cooking Grids Before initiat use and periodically we suggest you wash your Cooking Grids in a mild soap and
13. amount of food at a time to ensure fast cooking and also to allow the wok to reheat between ingredients DEEP FRYING TECHNIQUES A wide variety of foods can be deep fried outdoors on your grill from potatoes to seafood and chicken Deep frying uses a large portion of oil preferably saturated The outdoor location is ideal for deep frying as smoke grease and smells reach for the sky not the ceiling of your kitchen Preparing to Deep fry Deep fry on your grill using a cooking pan or wok over direct heat Fill a cooking pan no more than half full of vegetable or corn oil Start with LOW heat then raise the heat gradually Check the temperature of the oil carefully with a frying thermometer or test with a cube of bread The cube of bread should brown in about 30 seconds for most cooking needs A temperature between 350 and 400 degrees is optimal for preparing the majority of deep fried foods Food Preparation Foods being deep fried taste better when coated with either batter or breadcrumbs to add flavor and prevent moisture from escaping Tips for Deep frying Wear an insulated cooking glove and slowly lower foods into the hot oil using a wire scoop or stainless steel tongs Add only a small quantity of food to the oil allow it to cook then repeat with another small quantity This ensures the oil doesn t drop in temperature Once the food is cooked remove it carefully and drain onto a paper towel Turn the heat off as s
14. of the 1 4 x3 4 Flat Head Screws provided See Fig 10 CART SIDE HANDLE Ignitor Battery Installation See Fig 11 1 Unscrew the Ignitor Cap located on the grill Figure 11 Control Panel and remove the Contact and Spring from the Ignitor Slot IGNITOR SLOT 2 Place the manufacturer supplied AA battery into the Ignitor Slot Be sure to place the positive pole facing toward you See Fig 11 3 Place the Spring over the AA battery then place the Contact on top of the Spring Screw the Ignitor Cap back onto the grill Control Panel 4 Remove any protective film from outside and inside of Grill Head tGNITOR CAP iy IMPORTANT Before use of this grill please an AA BATTERY refer to Cleaning Exterior Stainless Steel SPRING Surfaces found on page 20 of this Owner s CONTACT Manual 13 Electrode Check Requires an Assistant Before placing the cooking components into your grill ensure that the Spark Electrode Tip is properly positioned within each Gas Collector Box a 3 1 4 wide stainless mechanism found at the front between each set of Burners The easiest way to ensure this is to perform this Electrode Check 1 Be sure all Control Knobs are set to OFF and open the Grill Lid 2 Have an assistant stand behind to the right of the grill and look down at each Gas Collector Box NEVER put your face inside Grill Head 3 Press the Ignitor Cap You should hear a clicking sound and your assistant should see
15. recommend that you partially boil untit almost cooked before placing them on the grill 25 Guide to Slow Roasting and Baking Techniques An Important Note About Heat Settings The suggested heat settings shown are approximate There are many factors such as outside temperature wind conditions and grill location that affect your grill performance We offer these cooking times as a convenience but suggest you watch the grill thermom eter and adjust the heat accordingly Preparing to Roast Roasting uses the indirect cooking method Therefore the food should be placed on the left or right side of your grill with the Burner lit on the opposite side You can also use the supplied Cooking Grid with an aluminum drip pan underneath allowing you to collect juices for making gravies Remember indirect cooking requires the Lid of your grill to be down Preheating your grill is not required for slow cooking methods such as roasting If you do choose to preheat your grill before roasting turn the Bumers on HIGH and close Lid for approximately 2 3 minutes Food preparation Trim meat of excess fat Truss meat and pouitry with cooking string to retain shape if desired Bacon strips can be used to cover the outside surface of lean meat and poultry to help prevent it from drying out Another method for keeping food moist during roasting is to put water in a cooking pan then cover with foil The foil should be removed for the first or the la
16. warm water solution You can use a wash cloth or vegetable brush to clean your Cooking Grids Cleaning The Flame Tamers Periodically you should wash the Flame Tamers ina soap and warm water solution Use a vegetable brush to remove stubborn burnt on cooking residue Dry the Flame Tamers thoroughly before you reinstall them into the cooking bowl Cleaning The Grease Tray and Receptacle To reduce the chance of fire the Grease Draining Tray and Grease Receptacle should be visually inspected before each grill use Remove any grease and wash Grease Tray and Receptacle with a mild soap and warm water solution Annual Cleaning of The Grill Interior Burning off the grill after every cookout will keep it ready for instant use However once a year you should give the entire grill a thorough cleaning to keep it in top operating condition Follow these steps 1 Turn all Burner Valves to the full OFF position 2 Turn the LP gas tank valve to the full OFF position 3 Detach the LP gas hose and regulator assembly from your gas grill Use a 7 8 open end wrench turning the fitting counter clockwise Inspect for any damage and replace as necessary with Kenmore replace ment part number found on the Parts List 4 Remove and clean the Flame Tamers Cooking Grids Cooking Rack and Grill Burners 5 Cover each Gas Valve Orifice with aluminum foil 6 Brush the inside and bottom of the grill with a fiber pad or nylon brush and wash with
17. 2713271A P06903008A 0060024 Y0060025 P03011122C P02911271N P02911271T P055181001 P03412331C P03415264A P02007051D P02614006B P06509018A P06509017A PQ3717032A P03412341C P01106028B P00205032B P01005025K P01005033K P07617008E P07618008E 3 bh a hw Nb ws A a ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee a ed t Q On gt h a d M M od Md Model 16680 amp 17680 Parts List REF DESCRIPTION PART QTY 44a Rear Panei LPG only P07702010E 44b Rear Panel NG only P07702013E 45 Door Bracket P03301017J 46 Door Panel Left P04302011A 47 Door Panel Right P04303011A 48 Door Trim Plate Left P07506007D 49 Door Trim Plate Right P07507007D 50 Door Axle Bracket Left Top P03314018C 51 Door Axle Bracket Left Bottom P03314019C 52 Door Axle Bracket Right Top P03314020C 53 Door Axle Bracket Right Bottom P03314021C 54 S S Door Handle P00205036B 55a Wire Basket P05204010E 55b Division Wire for Wire Basket P05204012E 56 Tank Pull out Tray Graphite LPG only P04009029H 57 Bracket for Tank Pull out Tray Graphite LPG only P04010030H 92 A fF SB Se ao em ea eo eo f AaB NY S S S SB YM BR HB SB SF HB HV SB eS HK 58 Slide LPG only P05516131B 59 Fuel Gauge Display with S S Ring Assembly LPG only P05310032B 60 Caster P05115020A 61 Manual Lighting Stick P05313023B 62 Stainless Steel Side Burner Lid P00115346A 63 Stainless Steel Side Burner Body Inner
18. 8 Guide to Stir Frying and Deep Frying STIR FRYING TECHNIQUES This method of cooking is popular around the world and can be easily accomplished outdoors on your Kenmore gas grill It s a quick and healthful way of preparing a compiete meal using meat poultry or seafood in infinite combinations with other interesting ingredients like vegetables rice or noodles Preparing to Stir fry Although it is possible to stir fry in other dishes a wok is your best tool Its high sides enabie the cook to stir food without spillage Its construction allows you to cook quickly at high temperatures with instant contro of heat which is essential for successful stir frying Food preparation Slice meat and poultry into long thin strips and cube fish fillets Remove all fat from meat and poultry and cut large vegetables into even slices or cubes Marinate foods for extra flavor and tenderness Marinat ing times will vary for red meat fish and or various cuts Less tender cuts of meat should be marinated longer Remember to always chill marinating food in the refrigerator prior to cooking Stir fry meats poultry or fish first Next add hard vegetables like carrots Then continue with softer vegetables like snowpeas and peppers To ensure even cooking continually stir and toss the food in the wok using a wooden spoon or spatula Tips for Stir frying Place a wok directly over a HIGH heat on your grill or side burner Add only a small
19. 9 step 4 or call for assistance Customer Service Helpline 8am 8pm CST Monday through Friday 1 888 317 7642 Checking For LP Gas Leaks Never test for leaks with a flame Prior to first use at the beginning of each season or every time your LP gas tank is changed you must check for gas leaks Follow these four steps 1 Make a soap solution by mixing one part liquid detergent and one part water 2 Turn the grill Control Knobs to the full OFF position then turn the gas ON at source 3 Apply the soap solution to all gas connections If bubbles appear in the solution the connec tions are not properly sealed Check each fitting and tighten or repair as necessary 4 f you have a gas leak you cannot repair turn off gas at the source disconnect fuel line from your grill and call 1 800 4 MY HOME or your gas supplier for repair assistance Grill Lighting Instructions Basic Lighting Procedures Machine oils used in the manufacturing process of stainless steel can cause stainless steel to turn a tan color Before initial grill use remove protective PVC film from Control Panel and inside and outside of Grill Lid Use a Stainless Steel Cleaner to polish the stainless steel and remove these excess oils from your grill Never use abrasive cleaners or scrubbers because they will scratch and damage your grill For details see Cleaning Exterior Stainless Steel Surfaces on page 20 Gas Lighting Instructions Familiarize y
20. Brackets on Cart Side Panels are located on the front side See Fig 2 3 Install the Bottom Shelf between Cart Side Panels Align the holes on Cart Side Panels with the threaded holes at the corners of Bottom Shelf Tighten securely by using 8 of the 1 4 x50mm Phillips Head Screws provided See Fig 2 4 Install the Rear Panel to inside of rear Cart Side Panels and to rear of Bottom Shelf Align the holes on the Rear Panel with the threaded holes on rear Cart Side Panels and rear Bottom Shelf Tighten securely by using 7 of the 1 4 x1 2 Phillips Head Screws provided See Fig 3 10 Figure 1 CASTER CASTER Figure 2 CART SIDE PANEL LEFT CART SIDE PANEL RIGHT DOOR STOPS FOR MAGNETS HOLES FOR DOOR AXLE BRACKET Figure 3 CART SIDE 7 PANEL LEFT i CART SIDE PANEL RIGHT 5 Place the Tank Pull out Tray Kit on the Bottom Shelf Extend the Tank Tray outward from its Bracket so you can align the holes on the Bracket with the threaded holes on the top of Bottom Shelf Tighten securely by using 4 of the 1 4 x1 2 Phillips Head Screws provided See Fig 4 Slide tray back into Bracket 6 Before installing the Door Bracket to the inside of front Cart Side Panels be sure Door Stops for Magnets on the Door Bracket are located on the front side See Fig 5 7 Install the Door Bracket to the inside of front Cart Side Panels Align the threaded holes on the Door Bracket with the holes
21. Display Box 5 Screw the Fuel Gauge Display Cover onto the Fuel Gauge Display Box Fuel Gauge Display Operating See Fig 14c Press the CHECK button to operate Fuel Gauge Display NOTE Tank must be positioned in tray for Fuel Gauge Display check 1 Fuel Display Indicates gas tank fill level 2 Fuel Warning Display When the gas tank fill level is on the last row a warning signal will sound for approxi mately 3 seconds to warn you that the tank volume is near empty 3 Battery Warning Display A low battery warning light will illuminate when the battery voltage drops to a low level Replace the batteries 15 Figure 14a CART SIDE PANEL RIGHT REAR PANEL WIRE FASTENER WIRE PLUG A FUEL GAUGE DISPLAY TANK PULL OUT TRAY WIRE PLUG B WIRE PLUG A Figure 14b FUEL GAUGE DISPLAY COVER FUEL GAUGE DISPLAY BOX WIRE PLUG A 7X ELECTRIC WIRE AAA BATTERY BATTERY BOX IMPORTANT When the gas tank is removed from the tank pull out tray the fuel gauge display will not operate Figure 14c FUEL INDICATOR FUEL DISPLAY BATTERY FUEL WARNING WARNING DISPLAY Connecting A Liquid Propane Gas LP gas Figure 15a LP gas model only Tank To Your Grill 1 Open the front Doors of cabinet Pull out the LPG Tank Pull out Tray Place a 20 lb tank with foot ring into the hole in the tray See Fig 15a Make sure the tank valve is in the OFF positon 2 Align the tank so the Tank Valve face
22. Grids if the fish pieces are small enough to drop between the Cooking Grids Guide to Grilling Vegetables and Fruit Prepare your fruit or vegetables and brush with butter Cooking times using the indirect method with the lid or basting sauce if desired To cook indirectly the down will be similar to those for your kitchen oven food should be placed on the left or right side of your However there are many factors such as outside grill with the Burner lit on the opposite side and the temperature wind conditions and location of grill that grill Lid down Or center your food on the Secondary affect your gril performance so we suggest you watch Cooking Rack and light the outer grill Burners Either the grill thermometer and adjust the heat accordingly way indirect cooking must be done with the Lid down In some instances you may want to grill vegetables Cooking times for foods prepared with the direct and fruit directly over the heat using the supplied method will be much shorter mainly because of the Cooking Grids Foods that work best with direct heat direct heat source and softness of the food Timing will are relatively soft and require a short cooking time be comparable to normal pan frying or grilling mushrooms Zucchini tomatoes and skewered fruit such as apricots peaches pineapple strawberries and kiwis Remember the Grill Lid must remain up when cooking directly For very firm vegetables particularly potatoes and yams we
23. Owner s Manual Kenmore Liquid Propane Gas Grill Model 141 16680 Natural Gas Grill Model 141 17680 Customer Service Helpline if you have questions about assembly or grill operation or if there are damaged or missing parts when you unpack this unit from the shipping box call us 8am 8pm CST Monday through Friday at 1 888 317 7642 WARNING Note to Installer Leave this Owner s Manual Read this Owner s Manual carefully and be sure with the consumer after delivery and or installation your gas grill is properly assembled installed and maintained Failure to follow these instructions Note to Consumer Leave this Owner s Manual could result in serious bodily injury and or property in a convenient place for future reference damage This gas grill is intended for outdoor use only and is not intended to be installed in or on rae bal PoPa Lote U S A recreational vehicles or boats i a P80103054B Date 2002 12 16 Table of Contents Wanane n vacaGaass ontbogurdtesiasiguieuokaes 2 Safety Instructions 000 0 eeeeeeeeeee 2 Hardware iiney i eeikirines iit ieii iiis 6 Parts Diagram and Lists 7 Assembly Instructions cccccsssseeeereee 10 Lighting Instructions 00 0 0 eens 18 Cleaning and Maintenance Instructions 20 Frequently Asked Questions 22 Cooking Instructions cccceeeeees 23 Cooking Guide and Recipes 24 Kenmore Elite Gr
24. X ASSEMBLY BURNER BURNER PORT H th TO CLEAN BURNER TUBE ba ea nee re OCTET oona INSERT ao HERE BA FOOT nea TUBE COTTER PIN A WARNING The location of the Burner Tube with re spect to the Orifice is vital for safe operation Check to ensure the Orifice is inside the Burner Tube before using your gas grill See Fig 2 If the Burner Tube does not fit over the Valve Orifice lighting the Burner may cause explosion and or fire Figure 2 Tools Required for Assembly 2 phillips screwdriver 4 phillips screwdriver Adjustable wrench Long nose pliers Open end wrench 11 16 size Protective work gloves Eye protection Utility knife GAS VALVE ASSEMBLY ORIFICE BURNER TUBE Contents for Hardware Pack Part P06001026A The following table illustrates a breakdown of the hardware pack It highlights what components are used in the various stages of assembly Ref Component Qty Purpose of Components HO0O5 1 4 x1 2 Phillips Head Screw 16 Install Caster To Caster Seats of Bottom Shelf H030 1 4 x50mm Phillips Head Screw Attaches Cart Side Panels To Bottom Shelf HO05 1 4 x1 2 Phillips Head Screw Attaches Rear Panel To Cart H005 1 4 x1 2 Phillips Head Screw Attaches Tank Pull out Tray Kit To Bottom Shelf LPG model only K030 1 4 x50mm Phillips Head Screw Attaches Door Bracket To Cart H033 3 16 x9mm Phillips Head Screw Install Door Axle Brackets To Cart H005
25. a mild soap and warm water solution Rinse thoroughly and let dry 7 Remove aluminum foil from Orifices and check each Orifice for obstruction 8 Check each Spark Electrode adjusting as needed The space between the Spark Electrode Tip and Spark Receiver should be approximately 3 16 9 Replace the Burners and adjust the Gas Collector Box The edge of the collector box should be overlapping the Burner Port 10 Replace Flame Tamers and the Cooking Grids 1 Coad Reconnect the gas source and observe the Burner flame for correct operation Cleaning Exterior Surfaces Before initial use and periodically thereafter we suggest you wash your grill using a mild soap and warm water solution You can use a wash cloth or sponge for this process Do not use a stiff wire or brass brush that might remove paint during the clean ing process Cleaning Exterior Stainless Steel Surfaces Weathering and extreme heat can cause exterior stainless steel surfaces to turn tan in color Machine oils used in the manufacturing process of stainless steel can also cause this tanning color After removing the protective PVC film from the Grill Lid and Control Panel use a Stainless Steel Cleaner to polish the stainless steel surfaces of your grill Never use abra sive cleaners or scrubbers because they will scratch and damage your grill Follow these steps for the best results 1 Turn the LP gas tank valve clockwise to the full OFF positio
26. and all local codes Correct LP Gas Tank Use LP gas grill models are designed for use with a standard 20 Ib Liquid Propane Gas LP gas tank not included with grill box Never connect your gas grill to an LP gas tank that exceeds this capacity A tank of approximately 12 inches in diameter by Sears Roebuck and Co 18 1 2 inches high is the maximum size LP gas tank to use You must use an OPD gas tank which offers an Overfill Prevention Device This safety feature prevents the tank from being overfilled which can cause malfunction of the LP gas tank regulator and or grill The LP gas tank must be constructed and marked in accordance with specifications of the U S Dept of Transportation DOT In Canada the LP gas tank must meet the Canadian Transporta tion and Communications CTC specifications Also be sure to read and follow all LP instructions below 1 The LP gas tank has a shutoff valve termi nating in an LP gas supply tank valve outlet that is compatible with a Type 1 tank con nection device The LP gas tank must also have a safety relief device that has a direct connection with the vapor space of the tank 2 The tank supply system must be arranged for vapor withdrawal 3 The LP gas tank used must have a collar to protect the tank valve Proper Placement and Clearance of Grill Never use your gas grill in a garage porch shed breezeway or any other enclosed area Your gas grill is to be used outdoors
27. aning methods e Bend a stiff wire a lightweight coat hanger works well into a smail hook as shown below Run the hook through the Burner Tube and inside the Burner several times to remove any debris co e Use a bottle brush with a flexible handle Run the brush through the Burner Tube and inside the Burner several times remov ing any debris e Use an air hose to force air through each Burner Tube The forced air should pass debris or obstructions through the Burner and out the Ports Figure 1 Ti SPARK ELECTRODE SAS COLEECTOR BOX ASSEMBLY Regardless of which Burner cleaning procedure you use we recommend you also complete the following steps to help prolong Burner fife 1 Use a fiber pad or nylon brush to clean the entire outer surface of each Burner until free of food residue and dirt 2 Clean any clogged Ports with a stiff wire such as an open paper clip 3 Inspect each Burner for damage cracks or holes and if such damage is found order and install a new Burner After installation check to ensure that the Gas Valve Orifices are correctly placed inside the ends of the Burner Tubes Also check the position of your Spark Electrode Z WARNING The location of the Burner Tube with respect to the Orifice is vital for safe operation Check to ensure the Orifice is inside the Burner Tube before using your gas grill See Fig 2 lf the Burner Tube does not fit over the Valve Orifice lighting the Bu
28. any flame with a proper fire extinguisher Open Grill Lid Get away from the LP gas tank Do not try to fix the problem yourself lf oder continues or you have a fire you cannot extinguish call your fire department Do not call near the LP gas tank because your teiephone is an electrical device and could create a spark resulting in fire and or explosion NOTE The normai flow of gas through the regulator and hose assembly can create a humming noise A low volume of noise is perfectly normal and will not interfere with operation of the grili If humming noise is loud and excessive you may need to purge air from the gas line or reset the regulator excess gas flow device This purging proce dure should be done every time a new LP gas tank is connected to your grill For help with this procedure refer to page 19 step 4 or call the Customer Service Helpline for assistance 8am 8pm CST Monday through Friday 1 888 317 7642 Natural Gas Safety Instructions IMPORTANT your Kenmore Natural Gas Grill cannot be converted to use LP Gas Attempting to do so is extremely hazardous and will also void the grill warranty e Your natural gas grill is designed to operate on natural gas only at a pressure of 7 water column W C 1 4 psi or 1 75 kpa regulated at the residential meter Check with your gas utility company for local gas pressure and with your local municipality for building code requirements If your residential gas lin
29. d result in a fire or explosion that could cause serious bodily injury death or property damage Z WARNING Your grili will get very hot Never lean over the cooking area while using your grill Do not touch cooking surfaces grill housing Lid or any other grill parts while the grill is in operation or until the grill has cooled down after use Failure to comply with these instructions may result in serious bodily injury FOR YOUR SAFETY 1 Do not store or use gasoline or other flam mable material and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance 2 A LP cylinder not connected for use must not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance FOR YOUR SAFETY If you smell gas 1 Shut off gas to the appliance 2 Extinguish any open flame 3 Open Lid 4 If odor continues immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department LP Gas Safety Instructions IMPORTANT Your Kenmore LP Gas Grill cannot be converted to use Natural Gas Attempting to do so is extremely hazardous and will also void the grill warranty Grill Installation Codes This gas grill must be installed in accordance with all local codes In areas without local codes follow the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 2223 1 and National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 In Canada installation must conform to standard CAN CGA 1b149 1 or 1 b149 2 Installation Code for Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment
30. e Back Burner is an infrared type which provides intense searing radiant heat The intense heat sears in the natural juices and nutrients found in quality cuts of meat The cooking times on a rotisserie will be approximately the same as for oven cooking but differences in wind air temperature and equipment will affect the cooking times It is recommended that you use a meat thermometer to test for the desired well doneness of any foods prepared on a rotisserie ROTISSERIE COOKING CAN BE CONSIDERABLY SLOWER THAN DIRECT HEAT COOKING BUT THE RE SULTS CAN BE WELL WORTH THE TIME AND EFFORT Balancing the Food in rotisserie cooking balancing the food is of utmost importance The rotisserie must turn evenly or the stopping and starting action will cause the food to cook unevenly and possibly burn the heavier side The easiest foods to balance are those of uniform shape and texture To test if the food is balanced correctly when secured place the ends of the rotisserie spit loosely in the palms of your hands If there is no tendency to roll give the spit a quarter turn If it is still stable give it a final quarter turn It should rest without turning in each of these positions It can then be attached to your grill Food Preparation When preparing poultry truss the birds tightly so that wings and drumsticks are close to the body of the bird The cavity of the bird may be stuffed prior to this Pull the neck skin down and using a small skewer
31. e pressure has not been regulated to 7 W C contact your local gas utility company for professional assistance e Itis recommended that a Shutoff Valve be installed at the gas supply source outdoors Install at a point after the gas pipe exits the outside wall and before the quick disconnect hose or install it at the point before the gas line piping enters the ground See Fig 1 Pipe sealing compound or pipe thread tape resistant to the action of natural gas must be used on all male pipe threads when making the connection e Disconnect your gas grill from fuel source when the gas supply is being tested at high pressures This gas grill and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply pipe system during any pressure testing of that system at pressure in excess of 1 2 psi 3 5kpa e Turn off your gas grili when the gas supply is being tested at low pressures The grill must be isolated from the gas supply pipe system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply pipe system at pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psi 3 5kpa Figure 1 Natural gas model only GAS SUPPLY INSIDE WALL OUTSIDE WALL TO GRILL SHUT OFF LOCKING SHUT OFF MALE FITTING oe QUICK DISCONNECT CAUTION BEWARE OF FLASHBACK Flashback Prevention CAUTION Spiders and smail insects occa To reduce the chance of FLASHBACK see sionally spin webs or make nest
32. ear grease or food residue 1 Place the three Stainless Steel Flame Tamers on the lower ledge above Burners See Fig 13 Evenly space the Stainless Steel Cooking Grids 2 cross braces are bottom side on the ledge above the Flame Tamers Place the Stainless Stee Secondary Cooking 3 Rack into the slots on the upper left and upper right of Grill Bowl Side Panels See Fig 13 4 Remove Fastening Band from Pot Support and place the Pot Support into the Side Burner Body inner See Fig 13 Figure 13 S S SECONDARY COOKING RACK S S S COOKING S S FLAME TAMER SLOTS FOR RACK Ka Fuel Gauge Display Installation IMPORTANT Before installing batteries be sure the gas tank is not mounted in the tank pull out tray 1 Open the front Doors of Cabinet Pull out the LPG Tank Pull out Tray Connect the Wire Plug A from Fuel Gauge Display with the Wire Plug B from rear of Tank Pull out Tray Unscrew 1 4 x 1 2 Phillips head Screw from Rear Panel and install Wire Fastener to Rear Panel Tighten securely using the same screw See Fig 14a 2 From the underside of the Control Panel unscrew the Fuel Gauge Display Cover on the Fuef Gauge Display Box See Fig 14b 3 Carefully remove the battery box from the back of the Fuel Gauge Display Box and insert two AAA batter ies provided Be sure to follow correct polarity when inserting batteries 4 Return the Battery Box with electric wire into the Fuel Gauge
33. ed tablespoons port wine cup red wine chicken stock cubes ounces chopped cashews hazelnuts or pecans cup chopped celery cup diced carrot 1 1 1 2 cups fresh white breadcrumbs 4 egg lightly beaten salt and pepper to taste Preparing the Dressing Prepare dressing in a cooking pan directly over MEDIUM heat Melt butter add onions and bacon then saute 3 minutes Add port red wine and stock cubes and bring to a boil Cook 2 minutes Wear insulated cooking mitts to remove the pan then allow ingredients to cool Add remaining ingredients and mix Preparing the Turkey Although not required you may want to preheat your grill 3 minutes Wash inside of turkey and pat dry with paper towels Pack breadcrumb seasoning into the turkey cavity Combine the butter thyme lemon juice and rind together in a bowl Using turkey baster insert butter mixture under skin covering the turkey breast Truss the turkey with string and place it on a baking pan or roasting rack that rests into a cooking pan Remove the cooking grids from your grill if necessary then place the cooking pan and turkey in the center of your grill Turn one outside bumer to LOW the other to MEDIUM and close lid Cook indirectly for 3 1 2 to 4 hours or until cooked Halfway through cooking time you may alternate burner temperatures so that the turkey browns evenly Once cooked remove dressing from cooked turkey Slice and serve turkey PIZZA ON THE GRILL Y
34. er way indirect cooking must be done with the Lid down Seasoning Cooking Grids Before and after each cookout apply a thin layer of cooking oil spray or vegetable shortening to each Cooking Grid and or optional cast iron accessories Be sure to coat the entire surface including edges and any areas with chipped porcelain insert the Cooking Grids into your warm grill for 2 to 3 minutes Flare Ups The fats and juices dripping from grilled food can cause flare ups Since flare ups impart a favorably distinctive taste and color to food cooked over an open flame they should be accepted up to a point Nevertheless uncontrolled flaring can result in a ruined meal A WARNING Do not line the bottom of the grill housing with aluminum foil sand or any substance that will restrict the flow of grease into the Grease Draining Tray and Receptacle Failure to comply with these instructions could result in a fire or explosion which could cause serious bodily injury death or property damage CONGRATULATIONS You are now ready to grit Remember to keep the Lid up when cooking directly on the grill For most foods it s best to start grilling on high Once the food is seared reduce the heat to medium Foods marinated with ingredients such as honey may burn because of the high sugar content You should begin their cooking on medium A favorite on the grill is sausages Always cook them slowly and if they re particularly fatty it ma
35. et optimum performance from any smoker box remove one of the stainless steel cooking grids Fill the smoker box with your prepared smoking chips Dried herbs and spices may also be added to produce different flavors Place the filled smoker box directly over the Flame Tamer and the heat will produce smoke and season the food Tips for Smoking You can reduce the strength of the smoke flavor by only smoking for half or three quarters of the cooking time The heat required for smoking is normally iow to medium Foods naturally high in oils lend themselves well to smoking while drier foods benefit from a marinade You can also rub the food with herbs spices or flavored oils Many foods can be smoked to produce stunning results with very little effort Here are a few suggestions e Tuna steaks marinated in Asian flavors of sesame oil soy sauce and sherry e Pork fillets rubbed with ginger orange rind and brushed with maple syrup e Mussels brushed with lemon rind and chili oil e Lamb cutlets marinated in virgin olive oil lemon oregano and black pepper The same marinade can be used for a whole leg or rack of lamb Chicken boneless chicken pieces especially sliced breasts e Fish sliced fillets of firm fish assorted seafood such as prawns scallops and calamari e Pork sliced fillets diced or minced pork sliced leg steak sliced chops e Beef sliced fillet rib eye round rump sirloin e Lamb sliced fillet round loin 2
36. fresh or frozen halibut steaks cut 1 inch thick 2 tablespoons margarine or butter 2 tablespoons lemon juice 4 tablespoon Dijon style mustard 2 teaspoons snipped fresh basil or 1 2 teaspoons dried basil crushed 32 Preparation Combine thawed fish margarine or butter lemon juice mustard and basil into a cooking pan or aluminum foil rectangle and cook directly over low flame until butter is melted Brush mixture over both sides of halibut fish steaks Pour balance of mix ture into small bowl Place clean cooking pan or foil on center of grill with both outer burners on MEDIUM Place fish on grill and close lid Cook indirectly for 8 to 12 minutes or just until fish begins to flake easily turning once and brushing as needed with remaining mixture ALMOND COATED TROUT This delicious recipe is unique and easy to prepare on your gas grill Makes 4 servings Ingredients 2 trout 1 2 cup all purpose flour 1 egg lightly beaten 1 cup sliced almonds 1 3 cup parmesan cheese grated olive or peanut oil for frying Preparation Remove the Head and tail from trout and fillet Cut each fish in half to form 4 long fillets Coat fish in flour dip in egg and roll in almonds Refrigerate for hour Fill a cooking pan with 1 to 2 inches of oil and place over HIGH heat Cook trout until golden brown Drain oil sprinkle trout with parmesan cheese and serve right from the grill SOUTHWEST CHICKEN BREASTS This popula
37. h the opera tions of the grill if humming noise is loud and exces sive you may need to purge air from the gas line or reset the regulator excess gas flow device Note This purging procedure should be done every time a new LP gas tank is connected to your grill For heip with this procedure refer to page 19 step 4 or call the Customer Service Helpline at the number shown below Customer Service Helpline ff you have questions about assembly or grill operation or if there are damaged or missing parts when you unpack this unit from the shipping box call us 8am 8pm CST Monday through Friday at 1 888 317 7642 Cooking Instructions Z WARNING Your gril wilt get very hot Never lean over the cooking area while using your grill Do not touch cooking surfaces grill housing Grill Lid or any other grill parts while the grill is in operation or until the grill has cooled down after use Failure to comply with these instructions may result in serious bodily injury Burn Off Before cooking on your gas grill for the first time you will want to bum off the grill to eliminate any odor or foreign matter Just ignite the burners lower the Lid and operate grill on the HIGH setting for three to five minutes CAUTION Operating your grill on the HIGH setting for tonger than five minutes may damage certain parts of your grill Do nat leave your grill unattended Preheating To preheat light your grill on HIGH lower t
38. he Lid and follow this timetable For high temperature cooking preheat grill 3 to 5 minutes For low temperature cooking preheat grill 3 minutes To stow cook preheating is not necessary Cooking Temperatures High setting Only use this setting for fast warm up searing steaks or chops and for burning food residue off the grill after cooking is complete Never use the HIGH setting for extended cooking Medium to Low Settings Most recipes specify medium to low settings including all smoking rotis serie cooking and for cooking lean cuts such as fish NOTE Temperature settings will vary with the tem perature and the amount of wind outside your home Direct Cooking The direct cooking method can be used with the supplied Cooking Grids and food placed directly over the fit grill Burners Direct cooking requires the Griff Lid to be up This method is ideal for searing and whenever you want meai poultry or fish to have an open flame barbecued taste Deep frying and smoking are also best cooked in this manner because they require direct heat Indirect Cooking The indirect cooking method can also be used with the supplied Cooking Grids optional griddle or cooking pan To cook indirectly the food should be placed on the left or right side of your grill with the Burner lit on the opposite side Or place your food on the Second ary Cooking Rack mounted inside your grill bowl and light the 2 outer gril Burners Eith
39. henever the LP gas tank has been changed 4 Read all safety lighting and operating instructions 2 Check Gas Valve Orifices Burner Tubes and Burner Ports for any obstructions 3 Perform gas leak check according to instructions found on page 17 of this manual 17 A WARNING A strong gas smell or the hissing sound of gas indicates a serious problem with your gas grill or the LP gas tank Failure to immedi ately follow the steps below could result in a fire or explosion that could cause serious bodily injury death or property damage e Shut off gas supply to the gas grill Turn the Control Knobs to OFF position e Put out any flame with a proper fire extinguisher Open Grill Lid Get away from the LP gas tank Do not try to fix the problem yourself If odor continues or you have a fire you cannot extinguish call your fire department Do not call near the LP gas tank Your telephone is an electrical device and could create a spark resulting in fire and or explosion NOTE The normal flow of gas through the regulator and hose assembly can create a humming noise A low volume of noise is normal and will not interfere with operation of the grill If humming noise is loud and exces sive you may need to purge air from the gas line or reset the regulator excess gas flow device This purging procedure should be done every time a new LP gas tank is connected to your grill For help with this procedure refer to page 1
40. id Stainless Steel Lid Trim Plate Lid Side Panel Left Lid Side Panel Right Temperature Gauge Lid Handle Name Plate S S Secondary Cooking Rack S S Stainless Steel Cooking Grid S S Stainless Steel Cooking Grid 4 Size S S Stainless Steel Flame Tamer S S Stainless Steel Flame Tamer 4 Size Main Burner Air Shutter for Main Burner LPG NG Main Burner Bracket Gas Collector Box w Electrode tgnition Wire Set Electric Ignitor 4 Ports Bowi Panel Left Outside Bow Panel Left Bowl Panel Right Outside Bowl Panel Right Bowl Panel Front Bowl Panel Rear Wind Shield A Wind Shield B Puil out Grease Draining Tray Heat Shield for Grease Draining Tray Gas Manifold Assembly NG Heat Shield for Control Panel Control Panel NG NO Fuel Gauge Hole Protective Pad Control Knob Control Knob S S Seat Back Burner Assembly Electrode for Back Burner Orifice for Back Burner LPG NG Extension Tube for Back Burner Control Knob for Back Burner Side Sheif Left Cart Side Handle Bottom Shelf LPG only Bottom Shelf NG only Cart Side Panel Left Cart Side Panel Right PART P00116346A P0011434EA P00105347U P00106347U P00601171A P00205031B P00410038C P01506027B P01606030B P01606031B P01708031B P01708032B P02001050E PQ5524137C P05524060C P02204261B P02608050C P02615049A P02502024C P00720291A P00742296C P00721291A P00743296C P00738294A P00725294A P00737299A PO6905005E P0
41. ill Warranty For the Lifetime of this Kenmore Elite Grill Sears will repair or replace at our option any Exterior Stainiess Steel or Aluminum Casting Parts except for paint toss Full 2 Year Warranty on Grill For 2 years from the date of purchase Sears will repair or replace at our option any grill part except for paint loss rusting and ignitor battery that is defective in material or workmanship Limited 3 Year Warranty on Selected Grill Parts From 2 years after the date of purchase for a 3 year period Sears will replace Flame Tamers Cooking Grids Burners and All Other Parts except for ignitor battery if they are defective in material or workmanship You will be charged for labor Warranty Service Warranty service is available by contacting the nearest Sears Service Center at 1 800 4 MY HOME Warranty Restrictions This warranty is void if grill is used for com mercial or rental purposes e This warranty applies only when the grill is used in the United States e This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Dept 817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Read These Safety Instructions A WARNING Combustion byproducts produced when using this product contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Z WARNING Failure to comply with these instructions coul
42. in Fig 8 Figure 6c CART SIDE DOOR AXLE BRACKET ert TOP PANEL LEFT 3 A a En CBZ a fj S Z aa o HOLE FOR DOOR AXLE i DOOR AXLE LEFT TOP Figure 7 CART SIDE Sak PANEL So BRACKET PENA IDE BOWLS PRE ASSEMBLED REGULATOR LP gas model only CART SIDE PANEL RIGHT Figure 8 LP gas model only CONTROL PANEL FUEL GAUGE DISPLAY SLOT FOR WIRE LP gas model only PLUG A Installing Manual Lighting Stick Figure 9 1 Attach the Manual Lighting Stick to the Left Bow Support Bracket as shown in Fig 9 Align the hole at the end of Manuai Lighting Stick Wire with the threaded hole on the Left OUTSIDE BOWL Bowl Support Bracket Tighten securely using PANEL LEFT the M4x8mm Phillips Head Screw M4x8mm PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW MANUAL LIGHTING STICK Installing Side Shelf and Cart Side Handle Figure 10 1 Remove the white protective film from the stainless steel Side Shelf SIDE SHELF LEFT 2 Enlisting the aid of an assistant attach Side GRILL HEAD Shelf to left side of grill Align the holes on Side Shelf with the threaded holes on left Outside Bowl Panel Tighten securely using 4 of the 1 4 x3 4 Phillips Screws provided See Fig 10 OUTSIDE BOWI PANEL RIGHT 3 Enlisting the aid of an assistant attach Cart Side Handle to right side of grill Align the holes on Cart Side Handle with the threaded holes on right Outside Bowl Panel Tighten securely using 4
43. irst and store it safely outside LP gas tanks must be stored outdoors in a well ventilated area and out of the reach of children Disconnected LP gas tanks must not be stored in a building garage or any other enclosed area When your gas grill is not in use the gas must be turned off at the LP gas tank The regulator and hose assembly must be inspected before each use of the grill If there is excessive abrasion or wear or if the hose is cut it must be replaced prior to the grill being used again Keep the gas regulator hose away from hot grill surfaces and dripping grease Avoid unnecessary twisting of hose Visually inspect hose prior to each use for cuts cracks excessive wear or other damage If the hose appears damaged do not use the gas grill Call Sears at 1 800 366 PART 1 800 366 7278 for a Sears authorized replacement hose Never light your gas grill with the lid closed or before checking to ensure the burner tubes are fully seated over the gas valve orifices Never allow children to operate your grill Do not allow children to play near your grill WARNING A strong gas smell or the hissing sound of gas indicates a serious problem with your gas grill or the LP gas tank Failure to immediately follow the steps listed below could result in a fire or explosion that could cause serious bodily injury death or prop erty damage Shut off gas supply to the gas grill Turn the Control Knobs to OFF position Put out
44. izzle its juices over your steak Remove the softened garlic cloves and spread over your steak Season with salt and pepper as desired and cut into serving size pieces HERB PEPPER SIRLOIN STEAK The hearty beef flavor is complemented with a deli cious herb coating Makes 6 servings Ingredients 2 tablespoons ketchup 1 2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper 11 2 teaspoons snipped fresh rosemary or 1 2 teaspoon dried rosemary crushed teaspoons snipped fresh basil or 1 2 teaspoon dried basil crushed 1 8 teaspoon garlic powder 1 1 1 2 pound boneless beef sirloin steak cut 1 inch thick 11 2 31 Preparation Combine ketchup pepper rosemary basil and garlic powder Coat both sides of steak with mixture Grill steak with lid up directly over medium heat for 6 minutes Turn steak and grill for 8 to 12 minutes more or until cooked as desired Cut into serving size pieces BARBECUEDRIBS Serve this tangy barbecue classic with corn on the cob green salad potato salad or coleslaw Makes 4 servings Ingredients 2 pounds American style pork spareribs 1 2 cup barbecue sauce 1 2 cup tomato sauce 2 cloves garlic crushed juice of 1 lemon few drops of tobasco sauce Preparation Place ribs into a large glass or ceramic dish Combine remaining ingredients and pour over the ribs Refrigerate for several hours Preheat your grill 3 minutes and place the ribs on cooking grid Cook indirectly over a low to medium heat un
45. mozzarella cheese Or if you prefer you may place cheese first with toppings on last Place a cooking pan in center of grill and cook indirectly with one outside bumer on HIGH and the other on LOW for approximately 20 minutes or until bottom of crust is light brown Lastly raise the lid and finish cooking pizza by turning burner under the cooking pan on high for about 2 minutes This will insure the center of pizza gets brown Then turn off heat slice and serve directly from pan FRESH VEGETABLE STIR FRY Take a trip to the Orient with this easy and healthy vegetable recipe Makes 4 6 servings Ingredients 2 tablespoons oil 1 onion cut into wedges 1 carrot thinly sliced 2 cups broccoli cut into small flowerets 1 red pepper sliced 2 sticks celery thinly sliced 1 cup snow peas 1 2 cup chicken broth Preparation Heat oil in a wok or saute pan directly over a HIGH heat Add onion and cook 1 minute Add carrot and broccoli and stir fry 2 minutes then add red pepper celery and snow peas and continue cooking 1 minute more Add chicken broth and toss veg etables until cooked to desired doneness ONION BLOSSOMS Great served as a snack or to dress up barbecued meats poultry or fish Makes 4 servings Ingredients 4 medium sweet onions 4 5 ounces each 1 tablespoons margarine or butter melted 4 teaspoon Dijon style mustard 1 8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce 1 tablespoon brown sugar 4 pepper optional Pre
46. n Disconnect the regulator and hose assem bly from LP gas tank Cover exposed gas fitting with aluminum foil 2 Remove dirt or grease using a soft cloth and polish stainless surfaces Wipe with a soft cloth 3 Remove aluminum foil from exposed gas fitting and allow grill to air dry before attaching the regulator and hose to your LP gas tank Keep outdoor cooking gas appliance area clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flam mable vapors and liquids Customer Service Helpline If you have questions about assembly or grill operation or if there are damaged or missing parts when you unpack this unit from the shipping box callus 8am 8pm CST Monday through Friday at 1 888 317 7642 Cleaning The Burner Tubes and Burner Ports To reduce the chance of FLASHBACK the procedure below should be followed at least once a month in late summer or early fall when spiders are most active or when your grill has not been used for a period of time 1 Turn all Burner Valves to the full OFF position 2 Turn the LP gas tank valve to the full OFF position 3 Detach the LP gas regulator assembly from your gas grill 4 Remove the Cooking Grids Flame tamers and Grease Trays from your grill 5 Remove the Cotter Pin from the rear underside of each Burner using a pair of long nose pliers 6 Carefully lift each Burner up and away from the Gas Valve Orifice 7 Refer to Fig 1 and perform one of these three cle
47. on Cart Side Panels Tighten securely by using 4 of the 1 4 x50mm_ Phillips Head Screws provided See Fig 5 Installing The Cabinet Doors and Wire Basket 1 Remove the white protective film from the stainless steel Door Panel and stainless steel Door Axle Brackets 2 Install the Door Axle Bracket left bottom to the Left Cart Side Panel Insert Bracket upright against Panel inside surface Align Bracket and Panel threaded holes Thread two 3 16 x 9mm Phillips Head Screws from the Panel front through Bracket See Fig 6a Tighten securely See Fig 6b for correct assembly view 3 Place the axle on bottom of the Left Door Panel in the Door Axle Bracket left bottom See Fig 6b Figure 6a B2 CART SIDE Z PANEL tEFT B B p DOOR AXLE BRACKET BOTTOM LEFT BOTTOM SHELF Figure 4 LP gas model only CART SIDE PANEELEET REAR PANEL TANK PULL OUT TRAY KIT LP gas model only TANK PULL OUT TRAY BRACKET CART SIDE PANEL RIGHT Figure 5 CART SIDE PANEL LEFT DOOR STOPS FOR MAGNETS DOOR BRACKET CART SIDE PANEL RIGHT Figure 6b CART SIDE PANEL LEFT BZ i ZF DOOR AXLE FY LEFT BOTTOM i o bot HOLE FOR DOOR AXLE 4 Before installing the Door Axle Bracket left top to the Left Cart Side Panel with an assistant hold the Door Panel and keep it vertical 5 Place the axle on top of the Left Door Panel in the Door Axle Bracket left top Install the Door Axle
48. on be sure to season the pan before use Preheat your grill 3 5 minutes then lower heat to achieve the baking temperature desired Baking uses the Oven Temperature indirect cooking method Therefore your cooking pan should be placed on the left or right side of your grill with the burner lit on the opposite side Tips for Baking Prepare your favorite recipe as you would in the kitchen Foods cooked in the grill for long periods of time should always be covered in aluminum foil to retain moisture You will need to stir the food several times as it bakes and add additional liquid if required Watch the temperature and adjust to cook according to your recipe directions Recommended Grill Setting Slow 300 340 F E Both outside Burners on LOW Moderate 355 390 F One outside Burner on HIGH and the other outside Ore Burner on LOW High 410 480 F Both outside Burners on HIGH 26 Guide to Rotisserie Cooking with The Back Burner Rotisserie Cooking Rotisserie cooking produces foods that are moist flavorful and attractive The optional rotisserie system is most commonly used for cooking meat or poultry and is designed to cook food from the Back Burner using infrared heat The location of the Burner allows the placement of a cooking pan beneath the food to collect juices for basting and gravy To flavor the contents of the cooking pan you may add herbs onions or other spices of your choice Th
49. one Grilling times will vary according to meat thickness Guide to Grilling Meat and Poultry with the Direct Cooking Method Cut of Meat T bone steak Sirloin steak Beef spare ribs Porterhouse steak New York strip steak Hamburgers Sausages Chicken breast cook with bone down Chicken wings Drumsticks Whole bird cook with breast up Pork spare ribs Chops Loins Cutlets 24 Approximate Cooking Times Rare 4 8 minutes Medium 10 14 minutes Well done 15 20 minutes Rare 4 6 minutes Medium 8 10 minutes Well done 10 15 minutes Direct method approximately 15 minutes Indirect method up to 30 minutes Indirect method approximately 1 hour Rare 4 8 minutes Medium 10 14 minutes Well done 15 20 minutes Guide to Grilling Fish and Seafood with the Direct Cooking Method Whole Fish and Whole Fillets Cut of Meat Approximate Cooking Times Preheat your grill on HIGH for 2 3 minutes Whole fish 10 12 minutes per pound or with the Lid down Raise lid and turn Whole fish fillets until fish is opaque Burners to MEDIUM heat Place fish skin down on grill and cook over direct heat until done Use cooking time as a guide or until fish is opaque but still moist Smaller Fish Fillets and Cubes Follow the directions from above using Fish fillets 4 5 minutes each side approximate cooking times shown at right Boneless cubes or until fish is opaque Place a small piece of aluminum foil on the Cooking
50. only at least 24 inches from the back and side of any combustible surface Your gas grill should not be placed under any surface that will burn Do not obstruct the flow of ventilation air around the gas grill housing This outdoor gas grill is not intended to be installed in or on recreational vehicles and or boats Never connect an unregulated LP gas tank to your gas grill The gas regulator assembly supplied with your gas grill is adjusted to have an outlet pressure of 11 water column W C for connection to an LP gas tank e Only use the regulator and hose assembly supplied with your gas grill Replacement regulators and hose assemblies must be those specified by Sears e Have your LP gas tank filled by a reputable propane gas dealer and visually inspected and re qualified at each filling e Never fili the gas tank beyond 80 full Have your propane gas dealer check the release vaive after every filling to ensure that it remains free of defects e Always keep LP gas tanks in an upright position Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this gas grill e AnLP gas tank that is not connected for use must NOT be stored on bottom shelf or in the vicinity of this or any other gas grill e Do not subject the LP gas tank to excessive heat e Never store an LP gas tank indoors If you store your gas grili in the garage or other indoor location always disconnect the LP gas tank f
51. oon as you have finished deep frying and allow your pan to cool When the oil is cool remove all remnants of fried foods by straining it through a fine metal sieve and store it in a clean bottle for future use Guide to Using the Cooking Racks Vegetables are generally easy to cook on the grill The Cooking Racks makes it convenient because you can still use the main cooking area while the vegetables are suspended above the grids Pre cook hard vegetables by briefly boiling or microwaving them before cooking on the grill Wrap vegetables in a double thickness of foil to protect them while cooking on the grill Then remove the foil if desired 10 15 minutes before the end of cooking brush vegetables with butter or oil and finish cooking The Cooking Racks can be used for purposes other than just the obvious Consider using the racks for warming French bread garlic bread croissants or even bagels A small whole fish wrapped in foil also cooks well on the Cooking Racks Parcels of seafood such as scallops prawns and sliced fish fillets prepared in a sauce and portioned into small foil wraps cook well this way too ONION BURGERS A honey and mustard sauce glazes the onion slices as they cook alongside these delicious burgers For optimal sweetness select Vidalia or Walla Walla onions Makes 4 open face burgers Ingredients 2 large sweet onions sliced 12 to 16 ounces 2 tablespoons margarine or melted butter 2 teaspoons d
52. ou may never want to call out for pizza again Follow this pizza dough recipe or purchase ready made pizza dough found in your grocers refrigerated section next to the biscuits Slice and serve directly from the grill Serves 6 8 Ingredients 11 2 teaspoons dried yeast 1 cup lukewarm water 1 2 teaspoon sugar 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 cups alt purpose flour 1 4 cup tomato paste or Italian tomato sauce 6 ounces sliced pepperoni 1 red pepper roasted and sliced 3 4 cup pitted black olives 8 ounces grated mozzarella cheese It s easy to customize this recipe with toppings to suit your family s taste For spicier crust lightly rub the dough with olive oil then spice with pepper and garlic salt before spreading your tomato sauce Preparing the Pizza Dough Combine yeast water and sugar together and let stand in a warm place until mixture starts to foam Add this yeast mixture to flour and oil and combine to form your pizza dough Knead on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic Cover and stand ina warm place until doubled in size Knock back dough and roll out to a rectangle the size of your cooking pan or baking dish Place dough into a lightly oiled pan If you purchased a ready made pizza dough simply open can and roll dough into a lightly oiled cooking pan Preparing the Pizza Spread tomato paste or Italian tomato sauce on top of your pizza dough Top with pepperoni red peppers olives and lastly
53. ourself with the safety guidelines at the front of this manual Do not smoke while lighting grill or checking gas supply connections 1 If you have a LPgas grill be sure the LP gas tank is filled or if you have a NG grill be sure that the locking shut off valve is open 2 Check that the end of each Burner Tube is properly located over each Valve Orifice 3 Be sure all gas connections are securely tightened 4 Open the Grill Lid or Side Burner Lid depending on the Burner you are lighting Z WARNING Failure to open Grill Lid during the lighting procedures could result in a fire or explosion that could cause serious bodily injury death or property damage 5 Set ALL Control Knobs to OFF and for LP Models open gas tank valve slowly until 1 4 to 1 2 open Open LP gas tank 6 Push and turn the LEFT Control Knob to HIGH HIGH T 7 Immediately press the Electric Ignitor for 3 4 seconds to light the Burner So D 18 8 If the burner does not light turn the Control Knob to OFF wait 5 minutes for gas to clear then retry 9 Once the left grill burner is ignited the adjacent burner can be lit by simply turning its Control Knob to HIGH f 10 Adjust Control Knobs to your desired cooking temperature Side Burner Lighting instructions 1 Follow steps 1 through 5 of the Gas Lighting instructions 2 Push and turn the control knob for Side Burner to HIGH HIGH OFF BACK BURNER FUEL GAUGE
54. paration Peel onions then cut almost completely through each onion forming 8 wedges Onion will be loose but still be intact Prepare four 12 inch squares of aluminum foil Place one onion in the center of each foil square Stir margarine or butter with hot pepper sauce and drizzle over onions Sprinkle with brown sugar Then bring up two sides of foil square and double fold Bring remaining corners up and completely enclose leaving enough space for steam to build Place wrapped onion blossoms on grill directly over MEDIUM heat Close lid and cook 15 to 25 minutes or until onions are nearly tender Make a 2 inch opening at the top of each onion wrapping then close lid and cook 5 to 10 minutes more or until onions are lightly browned Sprinkle with pepper if desired and serve warm GRILLED POTATO SKINS Serve these crispy potatoes as a snack or side dish We ve included microwave instructions for a timesav ing short cut Makes 12 servings Ingredients 6 baking potatoes about 8 ounces each 3 tablespoons margarine or butter melted 1 2 cup picante sauce 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 4 ounces 3 slices bacon crisp cooked and crumbled or use prepackaged bacon bits 1 chopped tomato optional 1 diced green onion optional 1 2 cup sour cream optional Preparation Puncture clean potatoes with a fork wrap in aluminum foil and place directly over LOW to MEDIUM heat Close lid and cook directly for 1 hour or un
55. r backyard favorite this recipe includes an easy to make sweet and spicy sauce Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1 2 cup ketchup 1 4 cup orange marmalade 1 tablespoon vinegar 1 2 teaspoon celery seed 1 2 teaspoon chili powder 1 4 to 1 2 teaspoon bottled hot pepper sauce 1 2 1 2 to 3 pound broiler fryer chicken pre cut Preparing the Sauce Combine ketchup marmalade vinegar celery seed chili powder and hot pepper sauce in a cooking pan and cook directly over a LOW to MEDIUM heat Leave the cooked sauce in the pan and remove from heat until chicken is prepared Preparing the Chicken Wash chicken and pat dry with paper towels Turn outside burners on MEDIUM and place pre cut chicken pieces bone side down in center of grill Close lid and cook indirectly for 1 hour or until chicken is no longer pink Brush occasionally with sauce Remove chicken from grill once cooked then place cooking pan with sauce into center of grill and reheat Pour warmed sauce over chicken and serve TRADITIONAL HOLIDAY TURKEY Imagine everyone s surprise when you serve your next holiday turkey complete with dressing delicious and tender straight from the grill Serves 8 10 Ingredients for Turkey 8 10 pound whole turkey D NNN ounces butter softened tablespoons chopped thyme tablespoons lemon juice teaspoons grated lemon rind Ingredients for Dressing 1 2 1 2 ounces butter onions finely chopped ounces bacon chopp
56. r recipe can also be a grilled chicken salad Slice chicken into small strips and place them on top of shredded lettuce with avocado dressing and top with cheese Makes 6 servings Ingredients 1 4 cup dry white wine 2 tablespoons olive oil or cooking oil 2 teaspoons snipped fresh tarragon or 1 4 teaspoon dried tarragon crushed 1 4 teaspoon salt skinless boneless chicken breast halves avocados pitted peeled and chopped tomato chopped clove garlic minced tablespoons finely chopped seeded green chili peppers of your choice green onions finely chopped tablespoon snipped fresh cilantro tablespoon honey tablespoon lemon juice NA NO an Preparing the Chicken Combine wine oil tarragon and salt Rinse chicken and pat dry with paper towels Piace chicken in plastic bag add marinade and seal bag Rotate chicken to coat well Place sealed bag into a shallow dish and chill up to 24 hours turning bag occasionally Preparing the Avocado Dressing Combine avocados tomato garlic chili peppers onions cilantro honey and lemon juice Toss well then cover and chill up to 2 hours Grilling the Chicken Remove the chicken from plastic bag and reserve the marinade Grill chicken directly over MEDIUM heat with lid up for 5 minutes Turn chicken and brush with marinade then grill for 5 10 minutes more or until chicken is no longer pink Serve with side of avocado dressing BARBECUEDCHICKEN Anothe
57. rner may cause explosion and or fire Figure 2 GAS VALVE ASSEMBLY ORIFICE BURNER TUBE BURNER BURNER PORT ants ms ePoa0aoddoaococccaonononnnannaAanaoaagoaAanoaAanaaAaAAnaADA Sanl TO CLEAN BURNER TUBE INSERT HOOK HERE im BURNER TUBE Monday through Friday at 1 888 317 7642 21 Customer Service Helpline If you have questions about assembly or grill operation or if there are damaged or missing parts when you unpack this unit from the shipping box call us 8am 8pm CST a FOOT COTTER PIN Frequently Asked Questions Question Can i convert my Kenmore gas grill from one fuel type to another Answer Your Kenmore gas grill is manufactured to exact specifications and is approved by the Canadian Standards Association CSA For your own safety conversion kits are not available and any attempt to convert your grill from one gas type to another will void your product warranty Question Why doesn t the hose and regulator assem bly supplied with my new Kenmore grill fit the older LP gas tank I ve used for years Answer The U S Government regulates gas appliances and LP gas tanks Whenever new regulations are passed the LP gas tank fittings are altered If your tank does not fit the hose and regulator supplied with your new grill the tank is outdated and must be replaced Question What can cause grill parts to rust and what affect does it have on the grill materials Answer R
58. ry mustard 2 teaspoons honey 1 pound lean ground beef 1 4 teaspoon salt 1 8 teaspoon pepper 4 slices Texas toast 4 lettuce leaves 4 tomato slices Preparing Onions Place onions in a cooking pan or on a small piece of aluminum foil Combine melted margarine mustard and honey then drizzle over onions Cover pan with lid or fold up edges of foil and seal with double foid to completely enclose onions leaving space for steam to build Place pan or foil packet on grill directly over medium heat for 15 minutes with the grill lid up Preparing Burgers While onions are cooking combine ground beef salt and pepper in a medium bowl and mix well Shape mixture into four 3 4 inch burger patties and add to grill directly over heat Grill burgers along with onions for about 5 minutes then turn burgers Grill for 8 to 10 minutes more or until no pink remains in meat and onions are tender To serve toast both sides of Texas toast on grill Then top each slice of Texas toast with a burger lettuce tomato and onion Sprinkle with pepper if desired DOUBLE SALSA BURGERS A fresh tomato salsa flavors the beef mixture for a zesty tasting burger The salsa also serves as a colorful topping Makes 6 burger patties Ingredients large tomato seeded and finely chopped 1 2 cup finely chopped green pepper 1 4 cup finely chopped red onion 2 finely chopped seeded jalapeno peppers 1 garlic clove minced 1 tablespoon snipped cilantro
59. s in the grill CAUTION at right clean the Burner Tubes and Burner Tubes during transit and warehousing Burners before fully assembling your grill These webs can lead to a gas flow obstruc Remove the Cotter Pin from the rear underside tion which could result in a fire in and around of each Burner using a pair of long nose pliers the Burner Tubes This type of fire is known Carefully lift each Burner up and away from the as a FLASHBACK and can cause serious Gas Valve Orifice then refer to Figure 1 and damage to your grill and create an unsafe perform one of these three cleaning methods operating condition for the user 1 Bend a stiff wire a lightweight coat hanger To reduce the chance of FLASHBACK you works well into a small hook as shown must clean the burner tubes before assem below Run the hook through the Burner Tube bling your grill and at least once a month in and inside the Burner several times to remove late summer or early fall when spiders are any debris most active Also perform this Burner Tube cleaning procedure if your grill has not been gt used for an extended period of time 2 Use a bottle brush with a flexible handie Run the brush through the Burner Tube and inside the Burner several times removing any debris 3 Use an air hose to force air through each Burner Tube The forced air should pass debris or obstructions through the Burner and out the Ports Figure 1 SPARK ELECTRODE GAS COLLECTOR BO
60. s the rear right corner of cabinet Use the 5 16 x89mm Wing Bolt to secure gas tank from rear of tray See Fig 15a 3 Check the tank valve to ensure it has proper external mating threads to fit the hose amp regulator assembly provided Type 1 connec tion per ANSI Z21 58a 1998 See Fig 15b 4 Make sure all Burner Knobs are in the OFF position 5 Locate hose and regulator assembly packed for ship ping purposes on front underside of grill head Remove fastening band Push assembly to back of grill and pull down to connect to tank valve Before connecting check valve and assembly threads to be sure they match Type 1 connection per ANSI Z21 58a 1998 See Fig 15b TANK PULL OUT i TRAY eel 6 Inspect the valve connection port of the regulator assembly Look for damage or debris Remove any debris Inspect hose for damage Never use damaged or plugged equipment 7 Connect the hose and regulator assembly to the tank Figure 15b LP gas model only valve See Fig 14b Hand tighten Quick Coupling Nut clockwise to a full stop DO NOT use a wrench to tighten because it could damage the Quick Coupling Nut and result in a hazardous condition 8 Open the tank valve fully counterclockwise Use a soapy water solution to check all connections for leaks before attempting to light your grill See Check ing for LP Gas Leaks on page 17 If a leak is found turn the tank valve off and do not use your grill until the leak is repaired
61. specially the grill head 1 Open Lid of shipping carton and remove top sheet of cardboard Lay cardboard sheet on floor and use as a work surface to protect floor and grill parts from scratches 2 Slice al carton corners with a sharp utility knife to lay open the carton panels This will allow you to raise the grill head Lid remove the components packed inside the head and make the head easier to lift 3 Remove packing materials and parts boxes resting on grill head 4 With an assistant lift the grill head away from the shipping carton and place it on the cardboard work surface 5 Open all parts boxes Use the parts list to check that all parts have been included 6 Inspect the grill for damage as you assemble it Do not assemble or operate the grill if it appears damaged if there are damaged or missing parts when you unpack the shipping box or you have questions during the assembly process call 1 888 317 7642 8 a m 8 p m CST Mon Fri Assembling The Grill Cart NOTE To aid in assembly compare hardware to diagrams on page 6 1 Turn over the Bottom Shelf on floor Install the 4 Casters to Caster Seats on the Bottom Shelf Align the holes on Caster with the threaded holes on Caster Seat Tighten securely by using 16 of the 1 4 x1 2 Phillips head screws provided See Fig 1 2 Before attaching the Bottom Shelf to Cart Side Panels be sure Door Stop for Magnets on the Bottom Shelf and holes for Door Axle
62. st part of the cooking time to ensure proper browning Tips for roasting Except when roasting with water in a roasting pan the juices that collect in the pan can be used as the base for a tasty sauce or gravy Place a cooking pan directly over the heat add extra butter if needed then add several spoonfuls of flour to thicken sauce Finally add sufficient chicken or beef stock to obtain the desired consistency Once the meat is cooked remove it from your grill and cover with a piece of foil Allow it to stand for 10 15 minutes which allows the juices to settle This will make carving easier and ensure a tender juicy roast Type of Food How Cooked Approximate Cooking Times Beef Rare 18 minutes per pound Medium 23 minutes per pound Weli done 27 minutes per pound Lamb Medium 18 minutes per pound Well done 23 minutes per pound Veal 27 minutes per pound Pork 30 33 minutes per pound Chicken 20 25 minutes per pound Duck 25 minutes per pound Fish 10 minutes per pound Turkey under 16 pounds Turkey over 16 pounds 20 25 per pound 30 minutes 18 23 per pound 15 minutes BAKING TECHNIQUES From casseroles and cornbread to delicious desserts like fondue fruit skewers or crumb cake baking on the grill is as easy as baking in the kitchen Preparing to Bake To bake in your new grill you ll need a baking dish or cast iron cooking pan and a pair of insulated cooking mitts If the cooking pan is cast ir
63. t regulator to the LP gas tank Turn the tank valve on slowly until 1 4 to 1 2 open Open the Grill Lid Set Control Knobs to OFF e Push and turn the LEFT Control Knob to HIGH If all checks or corrections have been made and you still have questions about operating your gas grill call the Customer Service Helpline 8am 8pm CST Monday through Friday at 1 888 317 7642 A WARNING Should a FLASHBACK fire occur in or around the Burner Tubes follow the instructions below Failure to comply with these instructions could result in a fire or body a safe distance at least 18 inches from the Lighting Hole or Burners when lighting your grill by match if the grill fails to light 4 Turn gas off at source and turn the Control Knob to OFF Wait at least five minutes for gas to clear then retry 2 If your grill still fails to light check gas supply and connections 3 Repeat lighting procedure If your grill still fails to operate turn the gas off at source turn the Control Knobs to OFF then check the following 5 e Misalignment of Bumer Tubes over Orifices Correction Reposition Burner Tubes over Orifices e Obstruction in gas line Correction Remove fuel line from grill Do not smoke Open gas supply for one second to clear any obstruction from fuel line Close off gas supply at Source and reconnect fuel line to grill e Plugged Orifice Correction Remove Burners from grill by pulling Cotter
64. til center is tender OR Microwave clean punctured potatoes on HIGH for 15 to 20 minutes or until center tender Allow cooked potatoes to cool then unwrap and discard foil Cut potatoes in half lengthwise Scoop out potato pulp serve separately or discard Be sure to leave 1 4 inch thick potato shell remaining Brush the inside of each potato shell with melted margarine Spoon 2 teaspoons picante sauce into each potato shell sprinkle with cheese and top with bacon Place prepared potato skins on grill directly over MEDIUM heat Close lid and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until potato skins are crisp Sprinkle each potato skin with tomato and green onion and then top with sour cream if desired Get it fixed at your home or ours Your Home For repair in your home of all major brand appliances lawn and garden equipment or heating and cooling systems no matter who made it no matter who sold it For the replacement parts accessories and owner s manuals that you need to do it yourself For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers and water heaters 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 Call anytime day or night U S A and Canada www sears com www sears ca Our Home For repair of carry in items like vacuums lawn equipment and electronics call or go on line for the location of your nearest Sears Parts amp Repair Center 1 800 488 1222 Call anytime day or night
65. til cooked During the last few minutes of cooking you can cook the ribs over a direct fire for added barbecue flavor and texture MARINATED TUNA STEAK Experiment with unique dishes like this tuna steak recipe boasting a delicious wine marinade Makes 4 servings Ingredients 4 6 ounce fresh or frozen tuna steaks cut 1 inch thick Thaw fish if frozen 1 3 cup dry white wine 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking oil 1 clove garlic minced 2 teaspoons snipped fresh rosemary crushed or 1 2 teaspoon dried rosemary crushed 1 teaspoon snipped fresh oregano crushed or 1 4 teaspoon dried oregano crushed 1 4 teaspoon salt Preparation Combine wine oil garlic rosemary oregano and salt and pour into a plastic bag Place tuna steak in bag and seal Rotate bag to coat fish well Place sealed bag into a shallow dish then chill for up to 2 hours turning fish once Remove fish from bag and discard marinade Place a cooking pan with baking rack or roasting rack into center of grill with outer burners on MEDIUM heat Cook tuna steak on top of rack with lid down for 8 to 12 minutes or until fish begins to flake easily Turn fish once during cooking When cooked remove fish from grill and serve MUSTARD GLAZED HALIBUT STEAKS A simple sauce of melted margarine lemon juice Dijon style mustard and basil adds a scintillating note to these sizzling fish steaks Makes 4 servings Ingredients 4 6 ounce
66. til thoroughly cooked To Serve Toast inner sides of hot dog buns on grill Serve hot dogs inside buns and top with remaining relish mixture RIB EYE STEAKS WITH GRILLED GARLIC As they cook the garlic cloves mellow in flavor making a delicious sauce for any grilled meat And for an appetizer spread the softened cloves over toasted slices of french bread Makes 4 servings ingredients 1 whole Head of garlic tablespoons olive oil or cooking oil 1 tablespoon snipped fresh basil or 1 2 teaspoon dried basil crushed 1 tablespoon snipped fresh rosemary or 1 2 teaspoon dried rosemary crushed 2 twelve oz boneless rib eye steaks Preparing the Garlic Use a cooking pan or tear off a 24x18 inch piece of aluminum foil and fold long length in half then trim to make a 12 inch square Remove the outer layer of garlic Head then cut off and discard the top 1 2 inch of garlic Head to expose the garlic cloves Place garlic Head in center of a cooking pan or in center of foil with all sides of the foil folded up around the garlic to form a cup Drizzle garlic with oil and sprinkle with basil and rosemary Cover pan or twist the ends of the foil to completely enclose the garlic Preparing Steaks Place steaks and the garlic pack on grill directly over MEDIUM heat and cook about 7 minutes with the lid up Turn steaks and grili for 5 to 8 minutes more or until cooked to taste Then remove steaks and place on platter Remove garlic and dr
67. usting is a natural oxidation process and may appear on cast iron and steel parts Rust will not affect the short term performance of your griit or affect the taste of your foods Stainless steel grill parts will not rust However weather ing and extreme heat can cause stainless steel Lid surfaces to turn tan color This is discoloration not rust Question How can minimize the risk of rust or stainless steel discoloration Answer To protect against the natural rusting process the Grill Bowl and Bumers have a porcelain finish However dropping scraping or scratching these items will damage the porcelain finish and allow rusting We recommend you season these items before and after each use Consistent seasoning will help deter rusting and will create an easy to clean cooking surface Weathering and extreme heat can cause exterior stainless steel surfaces to turn tan in color which is not to be confused with rust Machine oils used in the manufacturing process of stainless steel can also cause this tanning color After removing the protective PVC film from your Grill Lid use a Stainless Steel Cleaner to polish the inside and outside of your grill Lid Never use abrasive cleaners or scrubbers Follow the easy Cleaning Exterior Stainless Stee Surfaces procedures found in this Owner s Manual Question Sometimes my grill does not light when push the Ignition Button Why Answer Refer to the Lighting Instructions in this
68. y be best to partially boil them first Grilling Steak and Ribs Turn the grill Burners on HIGH close the Lid and preheat your grill 3 to 5 minutes Open Lid and place the meat on the Cooking Grid directly above the fit Burners Cook the meat on both sides until seared Reduce the heat to MEDIUM and cook meat until done Grilling times will vary according to meat thickness Grilling Hamburgers and Sausages Turn the grill Burners on HIGH close Lid and preheat your grill 3 to 5 minutes Open Lid and place the meat on the Cooking Grid directly above the lit Burners Cook the meat on both sides until seared Reduce the heat to MEDIUM and cook the meat until done Grilling times will vary according to meat thickness Grilling Poultry Turn the grill Burners on HiGH close Lid and preheat your grill 2 to 3 minutes Then raise the Lid reduce heat to MEDIUM and cook poultry directly over lit Burners until done Poultry skin is fatty so you should expect some flare ups when using this direct method To minimize flare ups try grilling poultry using the indirect method Place the poultry on one side of the grill with the opposing Burners on MEDIUM heat and lower the grill Lid Grilling times will vary based on the size of your poultry Grilling Pork Turn Burners on HIGH and preheat your grill 3 to 5 minutes with the Lid closed Raise Lid place pork on Cooking Grid and cook until seared Reduce heat to MEDIUM and cook until d

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